Chronic Registered Nurse

Chronic Registered Nurse

Alternate Job Titles:

• Hemodialysis RN
• Renal Registered Nurse
• Dialysis Treatment Nurse
• Chronic Kidney Care RN
• Outpatient Dialysis RN

Location: Canonsburg, PA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details:

• Duration: 3 months
• Start Date: ASAP
• Pay Range: Not provided
• Shift/Hours: Not specified

Job Summary As a Chronic Registered Nurse , you will deliver safe and effective hemodialysis care for patients with End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD). This position includes direct care responsibilities, patient education, team leadership, and quality improvement participation within a collaborative health care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments pre-, during-, and post-dialysis
• Collaborate on treatment plans and adjust based on patient response
• Document all care activities in patient records
• Educate patients and families about treatment and transplant options
• Supervise care provided by PCTs, LPNs/LVNs, and other RNs as appropriate
• Administer medications per physician order or clinical algorithms
• Participate in emergency response and initiate CPR if needed
• Ensure lab collections, shipping, and processing protocols are followed
• Engage in training and orientation of new staff

Required Experience

• At least 1 year of nephrology nursing experience within the last 2 years
• Minimum of 3 months of chronic/acute hemodialysis experience as an RN
• 9+ months RN experience required for team leadership or charge roles
• Ability to lift up to 200 lbs (with assistance); prolonged standing and bending required

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Leadership in dialysis settings
• Teaching or preceptorship of new staff
• Multi-site or travel nurse experience

Required Skills

• Hemodialysis treatment and documentation
• Medication administration and patient monitoring
• Patient education and interdisciplinary care planning
• Emergency response and CPR

Preferred Skills

• Experience in transplant patient education
• Staff supervision in a healthcare setting
• Quality assurance in a clinical environment

Additional Skills

• Proficiency with medical equipment and lab procedures
• Strong communication and team collaboration

GTT is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.